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MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. New changes in distance learning technology have empowered learners all around the world to take courses online. This MOOCs book also analyzes the motivational variables involved in self-directed learning experiences. MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with now that online learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can we make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Mozambique to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders would like to better perceive the outcomes of these interesting new open education ventures. Professors want to understand how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this developing desire for data the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This gripping new book also discusses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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